Elementary Assistant Principal

Position Type:Administration/Assistant PrincipalDate Posted:3/18/2026Location:Arp Elementary SchoolElementary Assistant PrincipalPrimary Purpose:Assistant the school principal in overall adiminstration of instructional program and campus level operations. Coordinate assigned student activites and services.Qualifications:Education/Certifications:Masters DegreeTexas assistant principal or other appropriate Texas certificateCertified in T-TESS Appraisal SystemExperienceThree years experience as a classroom teacherSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Thorough understanding of school operationsStrong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsAbility to coordinate campus support operationsWorking knowledge of curriculum and instructionAbility to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectivenessAbility to coordinate campus functionsAbility to implement policy and proceduresAbility to interpret dataStrong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skillsMajor Responsiblities and Duties:Instructional Management:Participate in development and evaluation of educational programEncourage and support development and evaluation of instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriatePromote the use of technology in the teaching/learning process?School/Organizational Climate:Promote a positive, caring climate for learningDeal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgroundsCommunicate effectively with students and staffSchool/Organizational Improvement:Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community membersHelp principal develop, maintain, and use information systems to track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicatorsPersonnel Mangement:Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences. Serve as second appraiser for the designated teacher appraisal systemAssist Principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staffAdministration and Fiscal/Facilities Management:Supervise operations in principal's absenceHelp plan daily school activities by participating in the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedulesSupervise reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with attendance clerk on follow-up investigationsWork with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on documented program needsRequisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment; check inventory; maintain records; and verify receipts for materialsAssist with safety inspections and safety-drill practice activitiesCoordinate transportation, custodial, cafeteria, and other support servicesComply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policyStudent Management:Ensure that students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periodsHelp develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behaviorEnsure that school rules are uniformly observed and that student discipline is appropriate and equitableConduct conferences on student and school issues with parents, students, and teachersProfessional Growth and Development:Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignmentSchool/Community Relations:Articulate the school's mission to community and solicit its support in realizing its missionDemonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needsUse appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvementSupervisory Responsibilities:Share supervisory responsibility for professional staff with the school principal. Supervise teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel and others as assignedPerforms other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.Equipment:Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.Travel Requirements:Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.Physical and Mental Demands, Work/Environmental Factors:Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Occasional district wide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours